Wheel of Time Reading Order

Robert Jordan's Wheel of Time is one of the most epic fantasy series ever written — 14 books spanning over 11,000 pages. After Jordan's death in 2007, Brandon Sanderson completed the final three books using Jordan's notes.

Our Recommendation: Publication Order Start with The Eye of the World and read straight through. Save the prequel (New Spring) for after book 10 or after finishing the series.

All 14 Wheel of Time Books in Order

  1. The Eye of the WorldBuy Now1990
  2. The Great HuntBuy Now1990
  3. The Dragon RebornBuy Now1991
  4. The Shadow RisingBuy Now1992
  5. The Fires of HeavenBuy Now1993
  6. Lord of ChaosBuy Now1994
  7. A Crown of SwordsBuy Now1996
  8. The Path of DaggersBuy Now1998
  9. Winter's HeartBuy Now2000
  10. Crossroads of TwilightBuy Now2003
  11. Knife of DreamsBuy Now2005
  12. The Gathering StormBuy Now2009
  13. Towers of MidnightBuy Now2010
  14. A Memory of LightBuy Now2013

When to Read New Spring (Prequel)

New Spring (2004) is set 20 years before The Eye of the World. Options:

The "Slog" Warning

Books 7-10 are often called "the slog" by fans — the plot slows down significantly. Push through; books 11-14 are considered excellent, and Brandon Sanderson's involvement brings renewed energy to the finale.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the Wheel of Time series?

The 14 main novels total approximately 4.4 million words — about 11,000 pages. It's one of the longest fantasy series ever completed.

Did Robert Jordan finish the series?

Robert Jordan passed away in 2007 after completing 11 books. Brandon Sanderson wrote the final 3 books using Jordan's extensive notes and outline. The ending is Jordan's; Sanderson executed it.

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